Author name: Victoria

Hands holding a bowl of creamy pumpkin soup with seeds and spices
Food Pairing

Soup Season Sensations: Perfect Wine Pairings for 5 Global Favourites

As temperatures drop, soup season arrives, bringing comfort from global favourites. From the rich, caramelized flavours of French Onion Soup to the spicy kick of Thailand’s Tom Yum, there’s a perfect wine pairing for every bowl. Discover how a Chardonnay, Riesling, or Chianti can elevate your favourite soups, turning a simple meal into a culinary delight.

A rustic outdoor setting with a cake and a glass of white wine surrounded by flowers, capturing a cozy atmosphere.
Wine, Food Pairing

Sweet Wines and the Festive Season: A Perfect Pairing

Sweet wines like sherry, Sauternes, Tokaj, and Porto are perfect for the festive season. Their rich, warming flavours pair beautifully with holiday treats like mince pies, cheese boards, and Christmas cake. Discover why these luscious wines add a touch of indulgence to your celebrations and make winter even cosier!

Glowing jack-o'-lantern next to a glass of wine and a wine bottle, set against an eerie orange backdrop.
Wine, Food Pairing

Halloween and Wine: The Perfect Pairing for a Spooky Night In

Pairing wine with Halloween adds a spooky yet sophisticated twist to the holiday. From Dracula Wine’s bold reds to mulled wine’s warmth, these beverages complement eerie vibes. Pairing rich wines with seasonal dishes like pumpkin soup or shepherd’s pie enhances the Halloween experience, creating a hauntingly delightful night in.

Five premium wine bottles including Trivento Stratus, Iscay, Rugientes, Argento, and Bouza, showcasing a variety of Argentine and Uruguayan wines.
Wine

W1NE LOVE Selection: A Tantalising Taste of South America

At W1NE LOVE, we’ve carefully curated a stunning selection of wines from Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay for our first “W1NE LOVE Selection.” Featuring highlights like Otronia Brut Rosé from Patagonia and Catena Zapata Malbec, these bottles are sure to impress at any occasion. Best part? You can find many of them at local UK supermarkets!

Vineyard tractor harvesting grapes under a bright blue sky.
Wine, Wine Industry

The Grape Harvest Season in the US: A Bounty of Wine, Tradition, and Celebration

Discover the magic of grape harvest season in the US, where tradition meets innovation across iconic wine regions like Napa Valley and Oregon’s Willamette Valley. From grape stomping to lively harvest festivals, the season is a celebration of wine, food, and community. Learn what makes American wine harvesting unique, including fun facts and festivities. Plus, explore perfect wine pairings with traditional American dishes like Chardonnay with lobster rolls and Zinfandel with grilled ribeye—a delightful experience from vine to table!

Two people toasting with glasses of rosé wine over a dinner table filled with roasted chicken and vegetables.
Food Pairing

Savouring Rosé in Autumn: The Best Grape Varieties to Sip Beyond Summer

Autumn is the perfect time to embrace richer, more complex rosé wines. Grape varieties like Grenache, Syrah, Sangiovese, and Mourvèdre offer warmth, spice, and body, making them ideal for the cooler months. Served slightly warmer, around 10-12°C, these rosés pair beautifully with hearty autumn dishes like roasted vegetables, lamb stew, and pork. Discover how these rosé wines bring out the best of the season, offering a perfect balance of fruit, spice, and savoury notes for cosy autumn evenings.

Grapes ripening on the vine in a vineyard during autumn, with yellow leaves and a worker in the background.
Wine, Wine Industry

Grape Harvest Season Explained: A Guide to Early and Late Picking Around the Globe

As the grape harvest begins across the Northern Hemisphere, vineyards come alive from August through November. Early varieties like Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are picked in regions such as Napa Valley and Loire Valley, while robust reds like Cabernet Sauvignon and Nebbiolo are harvested later in California and Piedmont. The timing of the harvest is crucial, balancing ripeness and flavour. It’s a season of hard work and celebration, where tradition and craftsmanship bring a year’s vineyard labour to life.

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